1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
